Salary, Hours and ContractSalary: MPS 1 (£32,916) – UPS 3 (£51,048) + TLR of between £10,174 to £17,216 + pension + Lift Schools benefits. Hours: Full time. Contract type: Permanent.Your new schoolLift Ryde, located on the Isle of Wight, is an 11‑to‑18 secondary school and part of Lift Schools, one of the largest MATs in England. The school sits on spacious grounds with a state‑of‑the‑art building opened in 2017. All staff have free on‑site gym access. The Isle of Wight, known as the "Garden Isle", offers beautiful beaches, rugged coastline and countryside – an ideal place to raise a family. Judged as "Good" by Ofsted in November 2022, Lift Ryde fosters a calm, orderly environment and a proud community of teachers and leaders who value workload balance.What we offer youWe offer comprehensive training, generous benefits (pension plan, healthcare, financial support), lifestyle perks (discounted gym memberships, travel deals) and a supportive mentoring environment. If you would like a confidential discussion before applying or a tour of the school, please contact Jessica Billows, Recruitment Manager.Your new roleThis is a rare and exciting opportunity to lead our high‑performing English department. The department consists of 12 dedicated professionals who have consistently achieved results above the national average, with our 6th Form A‑Level provision ranking in the top 25%. Reporting to an Assistant Principal (English specialist) and supported by an English Network Lead, you will drive the Trust's vision for the department.What you'll need to succeed• Qualified teacher of English with a proven track record in a school environment.• Excellent practitioner who can lead, coach, and support teachers.• Ability to set a clear, strategic vision for the department.• Skilled at designing and delivering a stimulating curriculum that engages students.• Experience implementing department‑wide strategies that promote student excellence.Additional informationWe reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive an overwhelming response. Candidates are advised to review the job description and person specification before applying. Lift Schools is committed to safeguarding and promoting pupil welfare, with an online checks process for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and, where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.Lift Schools embraces diversity, equality of opportunity, and offers job share, part‑time and flexible working options. We are a Disability Confident Employer with a guaranteed interview scheme for suitable candidates. #J-18808-Ljbffr